Preservative-Coated Fir Beam 4x8

Large fir structural beam 4x8x12 feet coated with chemical wood preservative for bridge and dock use. HTS 4407.12.00.02 applies due to fir species, sawn >6mm, and 'other preservative' treatment. Engineered for heavy load-bearing outdoors.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4407.29.02Lower: 25% vs 35%

If tropical nonconiferous species

Treated nonconiferous wood like eucalyptus uses 4407.29, differing by species group.

4418Lower: 13.2% vs 35%

If assembled into beams with joinery

Pre-assembled or glued beams classify as joinery under 4418.90.

4421Lower: 13.3% vs 35%

If further worked beyond planing

Extensive machining or profiling moves to other articles of wood in 4421.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document preservative type (e.g

CCA, ACQ) with safety data sheets; comply with USFS import rules for structural timber; bundle securely to prevent damage claims

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